Garagandur
Garagandur is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Haradur is the gram panchayat of Garagandur village.
Garagandur has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garagandur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garagandur is 617959. The village spans a total geographical area of 939.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571251. Somwarpet is nearest town to Garagandur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Garagandur
Below is a concise population overview of Garagandur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,361 | 1,623 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 172 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 377 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 42 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,248 | 1,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 375 | 629 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garagandur village:
- The total population of Garagandur village is around 3,361, including approximately 1,623 males and 1,738 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 381 children aged 0–6 years in Garagandur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garagandur village has 798 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garagandur village is about 70.13%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 63.81%.
- There are around 781 households in Garagandur village.
Connectivity of Garagandur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garagandur. As per the 2011 stats, Garagandur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garagandur
Knowing the nearby villages of Garagandur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garagandur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garagandur
- Where is Garagandur located?
- Garagandur village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garagandur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garagandur is Haradur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garagandur?
- The pincode of Garagandur is 571251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garagandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garagandur is 3,361, with 1,623 males and 1,738 females.
- How many households are there in Garagandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garagandur village has a total of 781 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garagandur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garagandur is 70.13%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 63.81%.